Let's stay in touch

At a recent family gathering, brought about by a funeral, the cousins were gracious and kind to each other. "It's been too long" we said. "We should get together" we said. "Let's stay in touch" we said. To them I send this "ode".

I called out to you

But you did not answer

You were too busy

Busy with your own life

Your own problems, your own sadness

I just wanted a minute

A minute of your time

To stay connected

To voice my concerns

To share your pain

Answer your phone

I may need you

Answer your phone

You may need me

But not even know

Until you answer your phone